Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch
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Product introduction
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch is a female sex hormone (estrogen). This is a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that is used to treat symptoms associated with menopause (hot flushes, vaginal dryness and itching), estrogen deficiency (hypoestrogenism), and thinning of bones (osteoporosis).
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch has favourable effects on different tissues in the body, such as brain, vagina and bone and have their relation to chemicals secreted by the body.
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch has favourable effects on different tissues in the body, such as brain, vagina and bone and have their relation to chemicals secreted by the body.
Uses of Estraderm Transdermal Patch
Benefits of Estraderm Transdermal Patch
In Hormone replacement therapy
Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness, and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years, this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. Estrogen is one of two important hormones (the other is progesterone) used in this treatment. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Estraderm Transdermal Patch
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Estraderm
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Breast discomfort
- Abnormal menstrual bleeding
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Abdominal distension
How to use Estraderm Transdermal Patch
Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.
How Estraderm Transdermal Patch works
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch contains a medication called estrogen (female sex hormone). It works by replacing estrogen that is normally produced by the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
CAUTION
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch is not recommended in patients who previously had liver disease and the liver function tests are still not normal.
Use of Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch is not recommended in patients who previously had liver disease and the liver function tests are still not normal.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch as a part of hormone replacement therapy to relieve symptoms of menopause.
- It may also be used for preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women who are at high risk of fractures.
- It has a lower risk of side effects since lower amount of estrogen is used in patches.
- Apply it once a week, to a clean, dry, unbroken, non-irritated area of skin below the waist, on the lower back or buttocks. Do not expose it to sunlight.
- Replace it every 7 days, and apply on a different area of skin to prevent skin irritation.
- Inform your doctor if you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting, abnormal vaginal discharge or vaginal discomfort while taking Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch.
- Stop using this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Estradiol Congeners
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Estrogens
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch
Once A Day
60%
Once A Week
20%
Twice A Week
10%
Twice A Day
10%
FAQs
Where to apply Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch?
It is applied to the skin. You can stick the patch on to a hairless area of skin below the waist. You can also use it in places like buttock, lower back, hip or abdomen. Make sure that the applied site is dry and clean.
What are the most common side effects of using Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch?
The common side effects associated with Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch are application site reaction (redness, pain or itching), breast pain or tenderness, breakthrough vaginal bleeding, headache, nausea and stomach pain. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult with your doctor.
How should Estraderm MX 50 Transdermal Patch be used?
Apply it exactly as advised by your doctor. It should be applied below the panty line and not on breasts or any other area of the body. You can also use it on your buttocks. Wash and dry the area before using. The area should be free of any cuts, bruises, lotions, or creams. When you change your patch, do not put the new one in the same place. To help reduce the chance of skin redness or irritation, wait at least 1 week before you reuse a spot.
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Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: India
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